TAMRMS#: B06
12.2
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Accessibility Advisory Committee
Notice given by: Councillor Brodhead
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PROPOSED MOTION(S):
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That Administration prepare for Council's consideration a bylaw to create a Council Accessibility Advisory Committee with requisite terms of reference and budget estimate to establish an Accessibility Committee founded on principles broadly based on similar such committees required of municipalities by legislation in the province of Ontario.
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ADMINISTRATION'S UNDERSTANDING OF THE INTENT OF THE MOTION
That, if this motion passes, Administration would draft a bylaw for the purpose of establishing an Accessibility Advisory Committee. This bylaw would be structured similarly to other Advisory Committee bylaws in St. Albert (e.g. Community Services Advisory Committee or Environmental Advisory Committee Bylaws).
And that, if this motion passes, Administration would create an estimate (e.g. Council Business Case for the 2026 budget) to support the Committee (if the Bylaw is later approved by Council). Administration seeks clarity on the timing/delivery date of the draft bylaw review and the method that Council would review this as part of budget.
ADMINISTRATION'S RECOMMENDATION
See Alternative 1 for more information.
PURPOSE OF REPORT
The purpose of this report is to present a motion for which Councillor Brodhead gave notice on June 9, 2025.
ALIGNMENT TO COUNCIL DIRECTION OR MANDATORY STATUTORY PROVISION
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Several items in the City's Municipal Development Plan appear to align with this Notice of Motion. This includes:
Great Places: Accessibility and Comfort: Design St. Albert to be accessible and inviting to everyone in all seasons.
8.1.5 Ensure accessibility for all users when developing new or improved transportation services.
8.1.7 Apply and monitor emerging technologies that enhance the efficiency, accessibility, and safety of all travel modes throughout the city.
8.3.6. Develop Mobility Corridors, by: ...
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